Coronet Peak Sightseeing

Gondola - Hike - Bike - Cafe - Relax

Discover Coronet Peak this summer - no queues, just views!

No effort required - Remarkable 360° panoramas guaranteed.Our sightseeing chairlift takes your family all the way to the top of 'The Peak' for unsurpassed panoramic views across Queenstown and the Southern Alps – then take a hike (freedom or guided), hire a bike and explore our purpose-made trails, or relax at our cafe and soak in the unique alpine environment of Coronet Peak.Escape the bustle of town, and be in the mountains in just 20 minutes!

Self-drive or take one of our scheduled buses departing Queenstown every hour for a 16km / 20-minute drive on an easy sealed road with the Wakatipu Basin laid out below you.

SIGHTSEEING PASS

Sit back and enjoy a chairlift ride to 1649m. Take in the world-famous views over the Wakatipu basin and across the Southern Alps. It’s Queenstown’s new view, suitable for all and perfect for families or maybe even an iconic wedding photo! Take a short hike to the iconic Coronet summit for the perfect panorama. While you are on top of the world take a guided hike to Skippers Ridge and peek into another world, or go at your own pace and take one of our luxury picnic hampers along with you.

GUIDED HIKES

Purchase your ticket at our base building for a 2pm or 4pm guided adventure. In small groups our guides will take you on a short walk around the summit rocks and out towards Mt Aurum along the ridgeline. On the way you will be shown key points of interest and native flora as well as hear stories of the gold miners and farmers who settled this rugged land. Allow 75 minutes along rolling terrain, supportive footwear required. Minimum of 2 people required.

MOUNTAIN BIKING

The Coronet downhill and cross country trails are open for mountain biking this summer.More trails are in the pipeline throughout the season so expect a good time, no queues and easy access from Queenstown!Choose from a full day, sunset or season pass. (Discounts for NZSki 3 Peak Winter Season Pass holders.)Bike rentals & workshop facilities available on the mountain.

CAFE 1200

Located right next to the base of the Coronet Express Chairlift and opening out onto a spacious sunny deck this is THE place to lunch this season! Even if you don't buy a biking or lift pass it's worth coming up to Coronet, enjoying the views and having the highest lunch in town! Choose from our all-day menu and enjoy your meal with a hot or cold drink. We serve a range of cabinet food, perfect for when you are in a hurry and also create luxury hampers for two or more. Order one with your sightseeing pass and relax in the tussock high above the Wakatipu basin for a lunch to remember!

EASY TO GET HERE & LOTS TO DO!

Need a lift? we run an on the hour return bus service from the Station Building in Queenstown. Relax and enjoy the views. In just an hour or two out of your day you could make your way to the top of the mountain and back. On-mountain you will find our retail shop with those last-minute necessities as well as some great clothing options well-suited to our environment.

Prices are great value and even better if you are a 2019 - 3 Peak Winter Season Pass holder, as discounts apply.

Our favourite destinations…

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The Nelson and Golden Bay regions, at the top of the South Island, boast enviable sunshine hours, glorious sandy beaches, safe swimming spots, lots of wildlife to look out for, and Abel Tasman National Park - an absolute must to explore, on foot, by kayak, your own craft or watertaxi. Nelson is home to a vibrant arts and crafts community with a fabulous Saturday market, and is close to award-winning wineries and family-friendly bike tracks to take you around the coast.

Napier was rebuilt after the 1931 earthquake and is now known as NZ's Art Deco City. The Art Deco influence has created a unique city – nowhere else can you see such a varied concentration of art deco style. With over 2,200 sunshine hours a year, Napier is a year-round holiday destination with countless activities to entertain the kids – there's days of entertainment on Marine Parade alone, plus numerous other family-friendly trips and activities. Add to that the beaches, walks and flat cycle paths, outdoor cafes and entertainment, and you have a perfect holiday destination!

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